Who Techla / Thecla Was
Thecla is an early Christian woman associated with the 1st–2nd century church, best known from The Acts of Paul and Thecla (an early Christian text widely read in the ancient church, though not part of the New Testament canon).
She was:
•A noblewoman from Iconium
•A disciple of the apostle Paul
•Known for radical devotion, courage, and public witness
Her story circulated widely across the ancient world, especially in Asia Minor, Syria, and Egypt.